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Testimonials

Monica is the best art director with whom I've worked in more than 20 years in magazines. Her background in edit means she 'gets' editorial's needs, always has them in mind & is able to balance them against graphic needs like no other designer I know. She's hard-working, collaborative, patient, inventive, stays on an even keel no matter the pressure, & consistently gives us excellent, award-winning work. She's an absolute gem.

—Michael von Glahn

Editor, The College Store magazine

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Of all NACS' [the National Association of College Stores'] publications, The College Store best reflects a positive image of the brand. It is a professional, sophisticated print magazine (also available online) with a first-rate design, pleasing, well-defined color palette, easy-to-read typeface and good photography. The magazine’s level of sophistication connotes that the organization that has originated the publication is modern, smart and successful.

—Brand Pivot branding assessment

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This is the magazine that I put on the table for individuals to read while they are waiting to see me. It is very professionally produced. I particularly enjoy the layout of The College Store. Very nice photography and helpful articles.

—The College Store Readership Survey Evaluation Results

Awards

2018 | The Press Club of Cleveland’s Excellence in Journalism Awards Competition

Third Place for Covers: Trade & Professional Publications

January February 2017 issue of The College Store Magazine

2018 | Ohio’s Best Journalism Contest, sponsored by the Cincinnati, Cleveland and Columbus Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ) chapters statewide

Second Place for Best Department

Collegiate Market Watch | 2017 issue of The College Store Magazine

First Place for Best Feature Design

Body of work | 2017 issues of The College Store Magazine

Judges comments: “Good photo selection and placement — and varied sizes to draw the eye and avoid clutter, and knowing when to just let the photo do all the work — helped this entry stand apart.”

First Place for Best of Show: Trade Publications | Staff | 2017 issues of The College Store Magazine

Judges comments: “Great use of text, headlines, photos and graphs to create eye-catching pages throughout the magazine.​​​​​​​”

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2017 | The Press Club of Cleveland’s Excellence in Journalism Awards Competition

Third Place for Departments or Columns

Collegiate Market Watch | 2016 issue of The College Store Magazine

Judges comments: “really nice use of graphics and design.”

Second Place for Best Trade Publication in Ohio | Staff | 2016 issues of The College Store Magazine

The College Store Magazine was one of 19 publications nationwide to receive the award.

2015 | All Media Contest presented by Association TRENDS

Second Place/Silver for Monthly Trade Association Magazine

Money Issue | March/April 2015 issue of The College Store Magazine

Judges comments: “The Money Issue gives the association member anything and everything they need to know about this important topic. The graphics and typography grab your attention the minute you open the issue and continue throughout this well-written and topical issue. The columns and departments are full of useful association information and keep the reader engaged with interesting infographics, typography, and use of color. Each feature is fun to look at and well organized with breakout quotes, sidebars, and interesting graphics. This very topical issue keeps your attention with on-point articles. This is service journalism at its best.”

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2014 | The Press Club of Cleveland’s Excellence in Journalism Awards Competition

Second Place for Best Trade Publication in Ohio | 2013 issues of The College Store Magazine

2014 | Ohio’s Best Journalism Contest, sponsored by the Cincinnati, Cleveland and Columbus Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ) chapters statewide

The College Store Magazine was one of 20 publications nationwide to receive the award.

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2013 | The Press Club of Cleveland’s Excellence in Journalism Awards Competition

Best Trade Publication in Ohio | 2012 issues of The College Store Magazine

Judges comments: “The College Store knows its audience well and goes the extra mile to provide very informational content in a well-packaged manner from start to finish. The team puts a heavy emphasis on a fun design that is easy to consume—a must in today’s world of journalism.”

Second Place for Infographics Design

Meet the Class of 2016 | July/August 2012 issue of The College Store Magazine